Lima City Schools and Mercy Health teamed up to bring a new state-of-the-art learning tool to the classroom.
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December 20, 2024, Press Release from OhioHealth: VAN WERT, Ohio – OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital’s Imaging Department has installed a new state-of-the-art Computed Tomography (CT) Unit to enhance diagnostic capabilities and provide high-level care close to home. The GE Revolution Ascend CT scanner was installed at Van Wert Hospital on Friday, December 20th, as part of a $1 million investment to upgrade this service for patients. It produces high quality images, making it easy for radiologists to read the scans.
There are several types of radiology services that are available through Mercy Health St. Rita's. One that some may not know about is nuclear medicine, performed by technologists like Chad Baldosser. Baldosser was in construction before he went back to school to earn his degree.
October 2, 2024, Press Release from Mercy Health-St. Rita's: Lima, Ohio (October 2, 2024)—Mercy Health—St. Rita’s is proud to announce the purchase of a cutting-edge PET/CT scanner, further enhancing medical imaging services available to the community. PET/CT scanners are critical tools used to detect cancers and neurological disorders and monitor progress in patients undergoing cancer treatment. This state-of-the-art equipment represents a significant advancement in imaging technology. It provides faster scan times and the highest sensitivity for lesion detection.
There are many different careers and pathways that one can pursue in the healthcare industry. Freedom Bell is a radiologic technologist with Mercy Health St. Rita's. She worked for St. Rita's back in 2021 with patient transport, and discovered that she loved the imaging field and wanted to know more. While attending Rhodes State College, she applied for their radiology program, and obtained clinical hours as a student. She also took advantage of another opportunity while earning her degree.
August 1, 2024, Press Release from Lima Memorial Health System: Lima Memorial Health System is pleased to announce that the LMHS Wapakoneta Medical Center has been awarded the ACR gold seal of accreditation in mammography. This three-year accreditation is the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology® (ACR®) and represents the highest level of image quality and patient safety. The ACR gold seal is a mark of excellence awarded to facilities that meet rigorous standards set by the ACR. This prestigious recognition follows a thorough review by board-certified physicians and medical physicists. They evaluate image quality, staff qualifications, equipment and quality control measures. Results, detailed in a comprehensive report, help facilities continuously improve their practice.
May 9, 2024, Press Release from Lima Memorial Health System: Lima Memorial Health System has joined forces with Eon, a leading healthtech company dedicated to revolutionizing the way incidental findings are gathered and followed up on for treatment. This collaboration will help Lima Memorial use the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to comprehensively review all completed CT scans, X-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs and pathology reports within its facilities for potential cancerous lung nodules.
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the u-s and most people know they should reduce their risks with a healthy lifestyle and routine checkups. But there are often clues lying under the surface that can't be seen through standard screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose. Barb Consiglio has more on the three heart health tests you've likely never heard of but can give you important insight into your future risks.
ALLEN COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - Rhodes State College has announced that they'll soon be upgrading that campus's Technical Education Laboratory.
According to the American Cancer Society, every 1 in 16 men and 1 in every 17 women will develop lung cancer in their lifetimes. Unfortunately, lung cancer does not show any symptoms until it's in its late stages which is a major reason why doctors urge people, especially smokers to get screened for lung cancer as soon as they can.